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Most of us donate our clothing when we no longer wear it. The style may have changed or we don't like the way it fits. However, there are articles of clothing we throw away because they are so worn. They may have holes in them or have paint on them. Learning how clothing reuse & recycling helps the environment can change what you do in the future.

Do you have too many clothes and you know you need to sort through them? Getting rid of items that don't fit or you just don't wear anymore is a very good idea. Decluttering will help you feel great about the appearance of your closets and to maximise space. It will also help you identify if you need to buy new clothing for any occasion.

You can properly dispose of electronics in many different ways. You can take it to a recycling center; donate it to charities, or by selling it to buy back centers. Health and environmental agencies recommend that you use any way you can to dispose of electronics without putting them in a landfill.

Mermaids may be mythical but their tears aren't. "Mermaids' Tears" is a term used to describe the tiny plastic pellets that many plastic items eventually break down into. These tiny pellets, or 'nurdles', are mistaken for food and get eaten by birds and other sea life, which often leads to starvation. An awareness of the potential impacts of our use of plastic is a great first step to helping ensure these larger issues change for the bett

Is food waste high on your agenda? Did you see the BBC Program about the charity that has sprung up with the assistance of volunteers and how they are trying to turn their venture into a national phenomenon. There are already small groups working throughout the country recycling the waste, but perfectly edible food that would otherwise go into landfill.

How this for a staggering stat: in the US alone, Americans use 50 billion water bottles a year - and 40 billion of those end up in landfills... or rivers, oceans, the side of the road and pretty much anywhere else on this planet of ours. And producing plastic water bottles consumes a vast amount of energy. One small but significant step YOU can take to help turn the tide on this colossal waste of valuable resources is to use a reusable water bottle. Yes, it is that simple.

I recently watched the above film, which discussed the severity of global warming and how little has been done to halt or reverse it. This is despite the fact it has been discussed for 50 years. It is now considered, by many scientists to be too late, it will be irreversible, unless the world makes a serious effort in the next couple of years.

Most of us know that getting a plastic bag for our items - at the grocery store or elsewhere - is perhaps not the best choice for the environment. But many people may not necessarily be aware of why. Producing single-use plastic bags not only consumes vast amounts of energy and resources, many of those plastic bags eventually find their way to the ocean, where they cause havoc - and often death - for sea animals, fish and birds.

Switched on Lights: I'm sure that your dad or mom has told you over a million times to switch off your lights. They are pretty much right. Not only does switched on lights increase your electricity bill, but it also increases emissions harmful for the environment.

One man's waste is another man's treasure, so the old adage says. And in today's modern times, this can't be truer. Let's explore the gold mine of money-making tips and tricks in ever-growing industry of medical waste.

Our wonderful planet, pregnant with resources tailored to human needs by the wise creator is now in wanton depletion. The situation is largely attributed to the bad human activities such as deforestation, land degradation and habitat destruction triggered by greed for wealth. Environmental schemes and programs meant to curtail the situation usually fail to incorporate the views and cultural practices of local communities. Yet, these cultural practices of the local people are resilient and have been the sole managerial force for the existing tracts of forest in most regions of the world.

Webster defined drought as a period of below-average precipitation in a given region, resulting in prolonged shortages in its water supply, whether atmospheric, surface water or ground water. A drought can last for months, years, or may even last for decades. The world today is faced with the fact that many countries around the world have squandered their natural resource of fresh water to the point that very critical shortages are already occurring.

Many people in drought-stricken areas are turning to gray water reclamation systems for their homes or businesses. What is this type of water recycling, and is it a good choice for you? Read more to find out!

Systems thinking focuses on trends that data reveals and then places these trends within the context of a world system model in order to understand where leverage points for changing the behavior of the system might reside. The goal in introducing any change is to create greater resilience and integrity in the system as a whole. Understanding any system's leverage points and which ones are most likely to create greater integrity in the system, is vital to our ability to live sustainably without crashing and collapsing the Earth's system.

Harvesting essentially means time of collecting a crop that is ripe and ready to be picked from the field. Reaping is chopping off or cutting of grain or pulse for harvest, with the use of specialized tools. Though for most small farms with less industrialized help or options, harvesting is the hardest part of farming, requiring lots of back-breaking labor, time and effort, must be completely, in a timely way, during the growing season, especially before wild animals, insects or disease has a chance to compete for the rewards on the stalks, plants, ground or trees. We still use the term Autumn, the term is said to originate in England. Hence season of gathering/harvesting the goodies and treats from underground, plants, trees and wherever else these delicious labor of love that farmers provide for us can be retrieved.

~The calm reading under the palm tree! There are so many places to find that makes writing fun, relaxing and new! Try writing under a palm tree, that's actually a unique and comfortably novel place to write and pretty cool too, if you ask me... The fall season is a great reason to notice the changes in nature, animals and natural outdoor events that take place whether we notice or not. Decide this year to notice what happens outside, in your own backyard, in Autumn.

One of the fastest growing contributors to the waste stream is electronic waste. It is increasing at a rate three times faster than other types of waste. From mobile phones to televisions, batteries, computers and other electronic appliances, many of our gadgets are polluting the environment and filling up landfills. So it is of utmost importance to recycle our electronic products responsibly and as soon as possible. The primary thing though is it should also be known which components can be reused in new products.

Having a lot of electronic wastes accumulating and do not know what to do with it? An electronic recycler certainly helps in this regard. It is very important for companies to securely erase data from the device before it is recycled properly and get a report after that. It is a duty on the company's part to handle the toxic wastes diligently so as not to harm its employees.

**Round and profound our universe astounds and abounds in creativity that is essential and part of the life-blood of existence for you and me! Visit any town or city or for that matter any nation or continent~ you'll surely be more than content by what you see... People working and living in harmony. Society works best cohesively with less judgement, more camaraderie and of course, while supporting their family and friends with work and family-life balance. Balance is the key to great and successful living. A balanced way of living, eating, working and supporting the lives of every person and every animal on the planet that's what's key to conscious living and great harmony.

The ozone layer is part of the Earth's atmosphere that contains ozone - a naturally occurring molecule containing three oxygen atoms. Not only does the ozone layer protect our planet from the Sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation that bombards the planet on a daily basis, but through the absorption of this radiation it helps to warm our stratosphere - ultimately supporting and sustaining life on our planet.

Sustainable development is the strategic development of structures that seek to meet the needs of present and future generations through effective management and maintenance of natural resources. The main aim of sustainable development is to ensure that the present environmental needs of humans do not encroach on those that the future generations would also need and use. It is bent on sustaining thus 'maintaining' or 'preserving' the natural resources that we have now so that the future generations would also have them in ample supply. An "unsustainable situation" occurs when natural capital (the sum total of nature's resources) is used up faster than it can be replenished or replaced. Sustainability requires that human activity only uses nature's resources at a rate at which they can be replenished naturally.

Though we have begun the act of protecting the environment, nothing has actually happened on the ground. The mindset of the people need to change. They should not be going after the limelight. If they are sincere, they should continue the cleaning of the environment. In this article, we are looking at the hard facts to decide whether we have done enough to protect the environment.

Water is becoming a scarce quantity in various parts of the world due to various factors. Mainly, it is due to the over-exploitation, weather change and unplanned real estate growth. In this article, we will be looking at the reasons for the lowering of the water table in various parts of the growth.

The things found in the ecological system provide several benefits to mankind that makes life bearable on earth. Therefore, there is the need to conserve these ecological resources. The following are some strategies suggested for the sustenance and maintenance of the environment. The government, corporate bodies, institutions and individuals should strive in implementing these strategies to ensure the survival and sustenance of the natural resources in the environment.

The constitution states "that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness". As a 50-year-old African-American male, those rights were denied me the early part of my life. Although, most Americans will never feel the pain of Jim Crow but it was real.

THANK YOU DIVINE CREATOR; I THANK YOU FOR GIVING US SUCH A BEAUTIFUL PLANET; as we take a silent moment to reflect, appreciate and to observe your glory this Thanksgiving! Thank you for breathing life into your planet: Earth. You have given us dominion over the planet and in return, you ask that we take of it and protect it. Thanksgiving, is a way to honor the planet and everyone in it! Thank you for giving us a place to live: to the Divine Creator, We,"Thank you,"again and again! Don't wait for a specific Thursday in November to celebrate Thanksgiving, as long as you are alive and thriving on this beautiful, healthy, for now, planet, it is a great time to thrive and to thank the Divine Creator for your planet, don't take it for granted. It makes life healthy, organic and enjoyable, in all things be thankful everyday!

A lot of people still throw their unwanted clothes into the bin without any thought to the environment. When your clothes go to a landfill site, they are harming the environment by adding to the gases built up in the atmosphere when they are destroyed and causing more space to be needed for a bigger site.

It's no secret that the global elitists of the Club of Rome want to limit human population. Indeed, we probably do have more people on said planet than we need, and although it isn't a total crisis yet, someday maybe in 50, 100, 200, 250 years it certainly will be. Some of these global elitists say the problem is Capitalism, as it creates abundance, but it also creates such huge economies of scale that it rapes the planet of resources and converts things into trash and waste - and if this continues the entire planet will be polluted with waste, plastics in the ocean, pollution in the skies, and agricultural fields laden with toxic chemicals - sounds dire indeed, or so their claim goes.

It may not have had the power and glamor of Beijing 2008 or the sophisticated elegance of London 2012. But Rio de Janeiro showed that low budget could be high impact as it delivered an Olympic opening ceremony that will long be remembered for its color, imagination, passion and profound message of hope.

Do you have Flowering Cherry Trees on your property? If so, be on the alert for a common and deadly bacterial infection called Fire Blight! Call a tree service provider for help with your tree problems today!

Many might have come across the name Ganges and would have known by now its stature in Indian psyche. It is held with a lot of reverence by Hindus, and hence they use its water for some rituals or the other. In this article, we would be looking at some of the unknown facets of this great Indian river.

We are all encouraged to recycle in our homes and from; plastic bottles, cans, newspapers and glass bottles we all have the ability to assist in cutting down on the excessive amount of landfill waste we collectively create. We are all reassured we are making a difference to the environment from our small contribution.

If you are wondering as to why conserving the environment is the new big thing these days then how about saying for conserving the environment for the sake of your health and the health of your family? Our environment has become disturbed and flawed as it has been polluted and exposed of its natural resources due to over-consumption.

All this arguing over politics and global warming seems to be similar to people arguing over religion - what that saying; "There are two things you shouldn't talk about in mixed company or at a cocktail party... " What is totally unfortunate is that Global Warming is now the third thing you can't talk about? Why? One side hijacked the conversation, told the world; "The science is settled, and 97% of scientists agree - discussion over," essentially that's it, no more talk, and they are steamrolling their agenda. Even the scientists in the field were taken-aback.

World Ocean Day is celebrated every year to remind the people about the need to keep the surroundings that they live clean. This day was instituted by the World Body The United Nations (UN). In this article, we would be discussing the relevance of this day in the present context.

After decades of deliberations and squabbling. The world countries have rallied behind a common accord to ensure the reduction in dependence on fossil fuel by 2020. Hailed as Universal Agreement, it asks all the member countries to promote the usage of renewable energy sources to meet the energy demands. This short article gives brief account of the climate accord for the benefit of readers.

There are two causes for disasters, natural and man made. Natural disasters bring immense devastation to lives and property. Though property can be rehabilitated lives lost cannot. There is invisible damage that man has no hand in rectifying, Trees are the only one savior that can rectify this invisible damage

The Government of India has recently launched the National Mineral Exploration Policy (NMEP) for Non Coal and Non Fuel minerals. The NMEP spells out the strategy and outlines the action plan of the government to ensure systematic, state of the art comprehensive exploration of India's mineral resources. The NMEP also proposes to involve private sector participation for unraveling new mineral deposits through state of the art technology.

Always in fashion with a lot of simplicity and elegance, jute bags are one of the most preferred bags globally. They are made from different fabrics in different designs, colors and sizes. Due to the increased awareness amongst people for eco-friendly products, more and more people are now opting for environment friendly jute bags which are made from 100% natural jute fibers.

Let me go ahead and easily defeat some of the nonsense behind global warming alarmists' arguments to curb human emissions of CO2. It's okay to fund alternative energy because it will provide good clean jobs, and "More Stimulus Is Good for the Economy?" Oh really, more stimulus is good for the economy? Oh please don't tell me you are a self-proclaimed Krugmanomics Theologian? I know our socialist leaders want us to believe that they can save the economy by printing money and defacing further our currency but, I'd like to point to Venezuela, Zimbabwe, Bolivia, Spain, Portugal, Italy, and our favorite and most recent Greek Tragedy - it doesn't work. Socialism is a dead end. You cannot borrow into oblivion, print money on toilet paper and expect it not to eventually hit the proverbial fan. And to that end I am no fan of socialism, nor should alarmists be its mouthpiece. Further, most of the stimulus for alternative energy of the Obama Administration resulted in very few permanent jobs and lots of bankruptcies.

Do you believe in Global Warming? The reason I ask, is that I definitely don't - at least I don't believe in the official definition (Mankind's CO2 causing catastrophic warming of the planet). Indeed, I do not believe that CO2 emissions from mankind have much to do with climate variation of temperatures, this can statistically and mathematically be proven - I would be correct to state so, thus I do. Human caused CO2 is inconsequential.

We are told that every time there is a natural disaster be it a Hurricane, Typhoon, Tornado, Flood, Drought, or Wildfire that it was caused by Global Warming Theory - a theory which states that human emissions of CO2 is causing irreversible and catastrophic warming of our planet (Hell on Earth). But, when we look at the Farmer's Almanac, the weather patterns, rains, and winds, all about average out.

It is interesting how academia, politics, and science have been hijacked by the new religion of Global Warming Theory (remember it is only a theory - never proven). If you go against or disagree with the THEORY, you might be called ignorant, stupid, a racist, a neocon, or any number of things. Often people just think you are evil for suggesting we do nothing since they are certain we are killing the planet. Not long ago, I had to stop someone from calling me names in a think tank internet forum, I said "Hey wait one minute, who on Earth are you calling Stupid? WTH is that about?"

Global Warming Theory (AGW) purports that mankind's CO2 emissions are causing catastrophic warming of the planet, and since humans are doing this, the IPCC says humans need to stop their CO2 emissions immediately and stop the abundance derived from Capitalism because it is too efficient and causes degradation of our planet. But does this theory hold water since the Earth is in a warming trend already and has been for 10,000 years and in the last 180-years it's thought that the average temperature has moved upward maybe .8 degrees? Is mankind really at fault and can we really stop a warming trend of our entire planet by killing jobs and economies and throwing the world into the regression of global socialism?

Much has been debated about the advantages of using paper bags over their sturdy companion - plastic bags. Although it still remains a matter of dispute and will continue to be, the question that lingers on is - Are we depleting the mother nature of its resources much faster than we are supposed to?

Not many want to hear about the horror of money as they depend on it for their lifestyle and to survive in a world run by economic enterprise and wealth creation. That's why my message is hard to take when compared to that of the religious institutions that state that money is good. This contrast is the result of the Spirit of the Universe versus man's ideas and inventions.

Out here in California we are still in a drought situation, especially Southern California. The 2016 El Nino did great for Northern CA, but not much for sunny Southern Cal. Still even with the Northern CA lakes and reservoirs back up to acceptable (not optimal) levels much of the rain water ran off and did not help. Does that mean we need more reservoirs, dams and catch basins? Why can't people just collect water from their own property when it rains and use that to water their yard later? Well, in some places it is not even permissible - aka unlawful to do so - crazy, yes, so let's talk.

Change does not stop at changing the government, it begins there. Only when each and every citizen takes up the cause considering his role to be an imperative one in changing the face of the nation, only then will the inaction will change to action.

With regards to Global Warming (Definition means; humankind's CO2 output is causing catastrophic warming of our planet) and the re-branded Climate Change (a silly name for an obvious characteristic of our Earth's atmosphere - aka - change is the only constant) we need to be serious about just how much increase human CO2 is really causing our continued 10,000 year warming trend. The reality is; not much. And even if we stop all fossil fuel burning it won't amount to much of any overall change anyway.

Trust me when I tell you that you aren't going to change your 'carbon foot-print' much during this lifetime, your foot is made up of about 17% carbon, so unless you get a plastic prosthesis you will continue to make a carbon foot-print for the rest of your life. Yes, it makes sense to start such a serious article with a joke, merely so you can see how utterly absurd the Climate Change Alarmism really is. Now the IPCC is saying that Capitalism is causing too much abundance and thus too much pollution, but if the global socialists want to get rid of capitalism where are they going to get the money to fund their global warming agenda?

How can any scientist state emphatically that Global Warming (Definition: Mankind's CO2 is causing the planet to heat up and the end result will be catastrophic - IPCC, International Panel on Climate Change) is real? No real-scientist can say that for a fact, because we have no idea. As a non-scientist, I shouldn't have to be the one to point out the fallacy of logic here. However, this issue has grown wings of the most political, religious and false moral idealism - ditching any sense of reason or scientific philosophy. It isn't about science at all anymore - it is about money flow, control and power. Let's talk.

This type of waste has become a very serious concern to environmentalists. The reason is because of a growing number of various electronic items that are being discarded in our landfills every year. Unfortunately, there are many consumers that are not aware that electrics such as cell phones and computers do actually contain toxins that can damage the environment by leaching out into the soil of the landfill.

Rarely does a dream have such an impact on me than the one still on my mind after waking up this morning. It involved my neighbour asking me "what is the emergency?" Immediately my response was "water" as the potential lack of it in coming years is all too apparent.

The current economic paradigm we are all immersed in, is that the only way to achieve prosperity is through economic growth or the increase of gross domestic product (GDP) in each country continuing on into the future in an indefinite upward spiral. This has worked pretty well for the last 150 years. Modern economics operates on the basis that limitless economic growth is the goal.

It's time we began reducing our carbon print and take responsibility towards saving our Mother Earth. Resorting to eco-friendly packaging ideas, we can take our first step towards conserving our environment. In the not-so-distant past, when plastics weren't around and technology wasn't that advanced, simple people used simple means for packaging.

We have all embraced recycling in our homes and it has now become a part of everyday western life; plastic bottles, cans, newspapers and glass bottles all have the ability to assist in cutting down on the excessive amount of landfill waste we collectively create. We are all reassured we are making a difference to the environment from our small contribution.

With floods, fires, devastating winds, and damaged crops all in the mix people are hurting. Homes are washed away or burned to the ground, owners are killed, and many houses tether on the edge of newly formed cliffs. Animals are caught in raging waters and now unseasonably high temperatures are having their own effect as insects hatch in the middle of winter and plants that would normally show up in spring are already emerging from the ground.

Today, as the two party political conventions draws center stage of the news coverage where too many are caught up in all the hype are always forgetting the undercurrent of economic uncertainty that exists in not only the United States but all across the world. We here in the United States have always taken for granted that there would be enough fresh water for us to brew our coffee and brush our teeth in the morning. But, sadly that is not the case in too many areas all across this nation.

Waste oil or used oil is oil that is contaminated with other substances and therefore is not as safe for use; it can be hazardous. The potential toxicity of used oils saw to the introduction of several environmental regulations that regulate and also require for the safe disposal of these oils so that damages to the natural environment, living organisms and humans are reduced. Waste oil recycling has for that matter become huge business with the industry desiring cooking oils and motor oils.

Water or the 'blue gold' is crucial to human life and the future of humanity. Access to it however isn't uniform both between nations as well as within nations. It also remains a moot point whether mankind can overcome a looming water crisis through investment in technology and using money.

With the Australian election just over and a new parliament about to begin the one thing that failed to get aired during the long campaign was the environment. Both major parties steered clear of the issue as if it is too toxic to handle. Now a week after it was resolved and the government won a majority to rule for another three years the weather is reminding us of the great opportunity that was missed.

Air pollution is a big problem today. To cut the effect of pollution it is necessary that the masses are aware of the effects of pollutants. With right industrial pollution filtering products, such problems can decrease over time.

We live in a world where Mother Nature has created magnificent beauty. Diversity in nature makes it incredible. We have been long fascinating by the relations of man and nature. Just stand and stare the beauty of nature.

Computer recycling is something that many people and businesses know about but the big question is what you should do with all the accessories that you used with your old computer. This includes the keyboard, speakers, mouse, or any other accessory that you used. There are ways in which you can recycle or dispose of these accessories without polluting the environment. Many times they can be used for parts or resold while others that cannot be used for parts or resold can be taken to a special recycling location.

As an overly concerned citizen of our home, Planet Earth, I have to say that my research and findings related to the health and stability of our planet, are all pointing to a major crisis, occurring as we speak, for all species living on Earth. "Houston, We have a problem", and it is advancing faster than expected. This is a read and heed article, hopefully raising more awareness about the critical situation we find ourselves in and the worst case scenario, to get more conversation on the subject by all concerned, before it is too late.

Buffer zones are created to stop hazardous materials from escaping the confines of the phosphate facilities. Buffer zones are known to uptake toxins mitigating severe environmental impacts to the environment. Buffer zones are built to improve water quality because the zones uptake toxins from the soil.

Unlike those of the sea, inland tsunamis are unpredictable and many have no warning or escape route. This was the case in Queensland when the Grantham-Toowoomba flood of January 2011, carried away all in its path. People on roofs of cars cried in vain as their vehicles sped away in a raging torrent of water that claimed some 137 lives.

The sceptics may say it isn't happening, but everywhere one looks today the evidence is undeniable. Man is killing the earth and bit by bit it is succumbing to his will. Individually we are like ants in a mob rushing to fulfil our goals and tramping over everything in our path.

With major U.S populations being affected by the world's water shortage, it is important to look closer at this insidious threat. Thankfully, the U.S can learn from others who have championed the cause of water conservation around the world.

In urban settings, wastewater treatment comes under the authority of the Public Works Department which is entrusted with the management of solid waste, sewage treatment including human waste, storm water drainage etc. Wastewater treatment plants in these areas treat wastewater as well as the byproducts or effluents from the wastewater treatment like sewage sludge, grit and screenings. Here it is mostly wastewater from households and industries and the treatment is referred to as 'sewage treatment' although in many cities the sewer lines also carry large amounts of industrial effluents to the sewage treatment plants in addition to storm water also...

Are you a coffee or tea drinker who loves to get your daily cup to go from a coffee shop? If so and you don't already use a reusable hot beverage mug, you may wish to considering getting one. Billions of disposable hot beverage paper cups end up in the landfill each year. Contrary to popular belief, these paper cups are difficult to recycle.

Recycling is the process of making new products out of wastes or old products. It is a fun activity when done in groups. It is a major step in order to reduce pollution and to help the Earth become sustainable for the future.

Adoption of upgraded surge protection for wind turbines could reduce the costs associated with energy production. This simple step could drive production costs below that of fossil fuels, saving Americans money while not damaging the climate.

The flint, Michigan water crisis was a shock to our nation. Officials were allowing residents to consume increasingly high lead levels in the water for extended periods, that individuals started to wonder and realize the effect of the water.

Eco-friendly paper is made from a variety of materials left over from cotton, sugar, grain, and potato products. Made from the waste materials in these products, eco-friendly paper protects the planet and offers choices for suppliers.

Due to a water disaster presently in Flint, Michigan, the tragedy not only took a toll on the people but also the animals in the homes. Home pets can be the main support to families during a disaster. With high amounts of lead, no one came to the conclusion that the water was also treacherous to their pets. Then came the demand for more water for families and animals.

Sinkholes are known to occur inside phosphogypsum stacks due to the added weight created by the "stack". The stacks are also radioactive creating environmental hazards in and around all phosphate facilities. The stacks hold billions of gallons of toxic radioactive waste and historically are susceptible to failing, creating severe environmental impacts to properties adjacent to mining facilities.

In the northern stretches of India, lies a region called Bundelkhand with its districts in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. Inspite of being in close proximity with all the northern rivers, Bundelkhand has suffered droughts year after year recently. This, along with it being a rural area has resulted in hindered growth of the region.

It is a known fact that human wants are unlimited, and the resources at our disposal are quite limited. Due to this reason, recycling has become the need of the hour. There are many forms of recycling, one of which is electronic waste recycling. There are a number of benefits that one can get out of electronic waste recycling.

The last three days has seen incredible floods over at least three continents and the rain keeps coming. In the USA, Texas is one state that has been inundated with loss of life. In Europe the countries affected include Bulgaria, France, Germany, and others and again with loss of life.

Recycling is basically the process of changing waste material into new products and reusing them. There is approximately forty-nine million metric tons of electronic waste generated around the world each year according to the United Nations Environmental Program and three million tons is generated alone in the United States.

The Four Corners phosphate mine is located in the Four Corners area of Florida about 40 miles east of Tampa Bay. This region of Florida also contains the Manatee River watershed and basin, which produces enough drinking water for over one million people year after year.

When disposing of old electronics the techniques to get rid of them are a little more complex, especially televisions. They are such large appliances to get rid of that in some states it is illegal to throw out your old television along with your regular garbage, the reason is that it is due to the polluting effects. If you have an old television to get rid of there are ways in which you can do it legally and safely. One way is to do this is TV recycling.

Few would disagree with the claim that the planet we call home is sliding into ruin and humans are mostly to blame. Who would have thought that burning a few sticks to cook with so long ago would lead to the eventual rate of pollution seen today? Man discovered fire and has never stopped trying to improve his lot above that of all other animals.

Water is more valuable than gold when it's scarce. Empower children by showing them how to keep the ocean and the watershed clean. After all without clean water everything else takes second place. Don't you agree!

For people like us living in Southern California, the word "drought" is pretty common. We hear it and speak of it fairly regularly. Then again, how many of us really know what a drought actually entails (aside from "there's no rain")? The basic definition of a drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, including the resulting shortage of water. Periods of drought, however, are part of climatic cycles that include weather patterns.

From the basic idea of recycling to a creative look at the various ways you can reuse, you will find great advice and tips on how to bring recycling to the next level at your home. There are some advanced tips for those who are super enthusiastic!

Florida, also known as the "Sunshine State" receives tremendous amounts of rain year after year. Unfortunately, Florida's phosphate industry wastes enough freshwater to create severe water shortages yearly in the Tampa Bay area since 1992.

When you decide that you want to buy a new computer system what do you do with your old system is a question that plagues many. It is a problem that is happening world-wide. In the late 1990's there was a lot of cheap personal computers, which has led to a lot of electronic waste that may or may not have been disposed of safely for the environment.

Some countries are in extreme drought while others, like Australia, are experiencing it in some areas. The shock of seeing a nation like Venezuela brought to its knees because of the lack of water is soon to be repeated in other places as the effect of the changes in the environment bite hard. Food shortages follow and in that nation people queue to receive small food parcels every two days and people there are starving.

It could not be any clearer than that the systems invented by man are in stark contrast to the physical world and the two cannot co-exist. Since the beginning it has been our nature to improve our circumstances and alter nature to accommodate our dreams. Everything man has done, however, has led to the problems of the modern world and now the end of it is in sight.